Bannings Yard, Bray Street, Avebury, SN8

Fine & Country are delighted to present North Barn, quietly situated in the historic and picturesque village of Avebury. This exceptional and beautiful 5 bedroom barn has been elegantly converted with attention to detail throughout, whilst maintaining fabulous original features.

North Barn is a superb, converted barn offering spacious interiors, 5 bedrooms and a wonderfully peaceful setting, moments from the village centre of Avebury. With an impressive footprint, exposed beams and characterful features throughout, it is our pleasure to present this wonderful property to market.

Avebury itself boasts a public house, excellent nursery, church, and a range of shops, plus the National Trust Café, part of the World Heritage Site attractions. It is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty and the market town of Marlborough is roughly 6 miles away.

Seller Insight:

What is your favourite room of the house and why?

The principal bedroom - It's set away from the other bedrooms so is very peaceful and calm.

Who do you think would be the next ideal owner?

Somebody who loves the English countryside, nature, bird watching and appreciates the history of Avebury.

What do you love most about the house and why?

The house is set in a quiet and peaceful location, that is surrounded by ancient native trees and native wildlife. It has lovely views of the countryside, and the barn welcomes back swallows every year, which is an amazing experience to be part of. The house is easy to maintain with a private pretty garden containing cottage-style perennial planting that benefits nature and wildlife. There is plenty of space outside too. The house has good energy and has been wonderfully looked after by previous owners.

What do you love about the local community?

There is always something going on and people are friendly. Our neighbours are lovely, and it feels such a welcoming place. We like to be able to walk to the cafes and the National Trust property always has something interesting to see. It's a very easy community to live in.

How easy is it to commute from here?

We commute to London and Bath regularly for work and the trains are reliable and quick. We often drive into London as we enjoy stopping off at some of the farm shops or villages en route. It's an easy drive into West London, Heathrow and other airports.

What made you choose this property over others that were available at the time?

The location and the proximity to Avebury Stones, the pretty village with its shop and post office.


Accommodation Summary:

Ground Floor:

A charming and attractive greeting awaits with a gentle nod to the barn's heritage with feature front door leading into the main entrance hall which like the adjoining kitchen is fully tiled and offers a pleasant and warm welcome.

This exceptional and beautiful barn has been elegantly converted with attention to detail, whilst maintaining fabulous original features throughout. The kitchen is fully equipped with granite counter tops and contemporary fittings and the dual aspect windows offer plenty of natural light. The adjacent utility area, with independent access, is perfect for muddy wellies after a long country walk and a further utility / boot room can also be found, a useful addition to the downstairs living. Just off the kitchen there's an additional reception room that provides a further relaxing space or can be used more formally as a separate dining room, complete with excellent built in storage.

At the far end of the house is the living room, offering floor to ceiling windows that allow an abundance of natural light that feeds the entire room. An array of attractive exposed beams and brick-built surround to the Jotul solid wood stove create the perfect ambient atmosphere perfect for those relaxing moments. There is also access to the rear garden from this room complete with lovely views that works beautifully for indoor/ outdoor living in the warmer climates.

First Floor:

Upstairs is home to a comfortable and cosy open landing benefiting again from the floor to ceiling windows that are in the living room, this area provides breath-taking scenery of open countryside and the towards Avebury church. This mezzanine also offers an ideal quiet spot ideal to use as a home office or for the perfect relaxing read.

Across the landing is the principal bedroom with an en suite shower room complete with dual sinks and granite tops. There also ample storage with double wardrobes. There are a further four bedrooms with three benefitting from ensuites and a family bathroom.

Outside:

The garden is predominantly laid to lawn, enclosed by hedging and interspersed with a variety of herbaceous borders. A wonderful space for al fresco dining and somewhere to enjoy the peaceful views over the surrounding countryside. To the front of the property a substantial atrium provides a covered outdoor area, in addition to three-car port open barn, garden shed and additional car parking.

Location:

Avebury is a historic and picturesque village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. It is best known for its remarkable Neolithic stone circle, which is one of the largest and most well-preserved stone circles in the world. The circle is believed to have been constructed around 2600 BCE and is part of a complex of ancient monuments in the area. The stones are of local sarsen and are arranged in a large outer circle with two smaller inner circles. The landscape is also known for its scenic beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and open countryside, making it a popular destination for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and picnicking.

Avebury is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is often considered a must-visit location for history enthusiasts, archaeology buffs, and anyone interested in experiencing the ancient wonders of England. It is also a peaceful and serene place to explore, with a unique blend of history, nature, and culture. Marlborough, Hungerford, Devizes and Swindon are nearby with many shops and facilities, whilst the village of Avebury has a public house, primary/preschool, shop and a beautiful church. Avebury is one of the Wiltshire’s most prized villages, due to both its strong community feel and being only 6.8 miles from Marlborough, a 12-minute drive giving easy access to the facilities on offer. Marlborough has a wide selection of shops and cafés, including a Waitrose and an independent cinema. The house is only 11.4 miles from Swindon Railway Station (London Paddington in under 1 hour). 13.2 miles Pewsey to Paddington London in under 1 hour.